Masala Dosa Among Ten Dishes To Try Before You Die

The quintessential South Indian dish ‘Masala Dosa’ has been listed among the '10 foods to try before you die. This list has been compiled by the Huffington Post and prepared by a travel blog Viator for the newspaper. The website describes Masala Dosa as, "The plate-covering, a paper-thin pancake is made from rice and lentils, cooked to lacy perfection on a hot griddle. What creates the more-ish flavour is a spiced concoction of mashed cooked potatoes and fried onions served with a liberal dose of garlicky chutney."

With Masala Dosa making a place in 10 must-try foods, many other Indian dishes are also winning the hearts of foodies across the globe. To help you steer through India’s fantastic culinary culture, here we have listed some more authentic Indian dishes along with Masala Dosa which you must try if you are a foodie at heart.

1) Masala dosa-

Masala Dosas are famous for their crunchy texture and unique taste. These thin pancakes are prepared from a fermented batter of rice and lentils. It also has a stuffing made from mashed potatoes fried with onions and garlic. They are served with a piping hot and spicy ‘sambar’ and a tasty chutney made from coconut. If you have not tasted a dosa in Canberra yet, then plan a visit to an authentic restaurant serving scrumptious dosas and other Indian specialities.

2) Chaat-

There is a huge variety of chaat dishes like bhel, shev puri, dahi puri, dahi bhalle, papdi chaat and more. All these dishes have a mixture of tangy, sweet and spicy tastes due to the use of mint chutney and tamarind chutney. These dishes can be a perfect evening snack to relish with a cup of tea.

3) Vada pav-

Vada-pav is a dish from Maharashtra and is very similar to a burger. It contains a deep-fried potato fritter which is spiced with a simple mixture of chillies, garlic, and some ginger. This fritter is placed in a soft bun and served with a dry chutney made from coconut and garlic. 

Also, a fried chilly coated with some salt is kept alongside to spice it up even more. This Indian version of a burger is an easy-to-eat snack which can satisfy your appetite and tantalise your taste buds even during a commute.

 4) Aloo Paratha-

Aloo Paratha is a famous breakfast dish from Punjab which has also gained popularity overseas. This paratha is made from wheat dough and contains a stuffing of mashed potatoes that are seasoned with spices. This dough is rolled in a specific manner and then roasted in a pan along with generous amounts of white butter. Besides potatoes, parathas can be made from a variety of stuffings like cottage cheese, mixed vegetables, peas and more.

5) Khaman-Dhokla-

This is a Gujarati snack which is made from chickpeas. This dish can be relished as breakfast and also as a snack. This wonderful snack is full of flavours and is mildly spicy. Also, it contains less amount of oil and is a perfect snack for all age groups.

 6) Idli-

Idli is one more South Indian dish which is enjoyed as breakfast and also during lunch or dinner. Idli is a steamed cake made from a fermented batter of rice and lentils. This is a healthy and nutritious snack or meal option as it contains no oil and is steamed. Foodies looking for tasty and healthy meals can surely taste these rice cakes served with a piping hot sambar and chutney. 

7) Masala tea-

Indian snacks are incomplete without special beverages served alongside. Masala tea is one such beverage which is a favourite amongst Indians as well as people abroad. From streets, and railway stations to high-end restaurants, masala tea is served by everybody. Authentic masala tea is made by brewing tea leaves with ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and peppercorns. The secret behind a perfect cup of tea is a perfect blend of spices. This concoction is then mixed with milk and sugar and served with cookies and other cups. Along with taste, masala chai offers many health benefits and is effective in relieving stress, headache, cold, cough or throat soreness. 

So, if you are a foodie who wants to taste Indian cuisine and especially the best dosa in Canberra, then Dosa Hut is the right place for you. Here you can taste authentic Indian cuisine and also spend a relaxing time with your loved ones. So, visit us soon for a flavourful indulgence.